e@_ —8 ve 2032 =e eee oe. qs 8eeeee OSes: 2 a &@ " > SO eo HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS# y 2 _ os. Gor oo se=22*-Se-82 2-_@ =o se so (8 eeHee ee Serete ser8 8@ All the Fun, Half the Stress (NAPSA)—Have you made your holiday shopping list? Decorated the house? Baked the cookies? There is so much to do during the holidays and making a to-dolist will help. Following are a few gift solutions for all those “can’t forget” people on your list—along with some simple tips to help ease the pressuresof the holiday season: Seasonal Scheduling Since the holidays can be particularly hectic, it’s a good idea to put important dates on a calendar for the entire family to see. Also, make a daily plan and “to-do”list with activities and errands you want to accomplish. Crossing things off your “to-do”list is very gratifying and therapeutic—and helps keep you on schedule. Toss The Apron For all those “cookie folks” on your list, give the gift of Celebrations Chocolates instead. Featuring a festive array of everyone’s favorite bite-sized chocolates, including Snickers, Milky Way, Twix, Dove, and 3 Musketeers, Celebrations is the perfect little gift for everyone on your list, including the babysitter, paperboy and mailman. Available in uniquely shaped boxes and vibrant holiday tins, Celebrations is a colorful alternative to hours in the kitchen—andits ready-togive box, for only $3.99, means you won’t need to worry about additional wrapping. For more information on Celebrations, visit www.celebrations365.com. Soothing Solutions Crowded stores, long lines and endless shopping lists are enough Crossing things off your “todo”list is not only gratifying...it’s therapeutic. to drain even the merriest of souls. At the end of a long day, light a scented candle and turn on some of your favorite holiday music to rekindle your spirit and restore peace of mind. Potluck Parties Plan a party where each guest brings their favorite holiday dish. Assign people to salad, main course and dessert duty. Additionally, give each family member a job to do at the party—assign hanging coats to your kids and ask your husband to take drink orders. Sharing the responsibility involves the whole family and is a true example of the holiday spirit.
